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Clam lovers unite: Yarmouth Clam Festival promises 'shell' of a good time!
YARMOUTH (WGME) -- Well, shucks! Friday kicks off the 57th annual Yarmouth Clam Festival. The big event brings in more than 100,000 people every year. Festival organizers say there will be a parade, music, arts and crafts, competitions, and of course, food!. The parade kicks off on Friday night where...
Another Lewiston shooting where teen died last weekend
LEWISTON — Lewiston Police responded to a Friday night shooting in the Hillview/Rideout area. No one was injured this time. Last Sunday, however, police were called to the same neighborhood when shots were fired. Seventeen-year-old Sahal Muridi was found dead in the road. Friday night, police heard the gunshots...
DOT meeting to finalize Van Buren design plan set for Aug. 21
VAN BUREN, Maine – Van Buren will host a meeting with officials from the Maine Department of Transportation, the Northern Maine Development Commission, and engineers at Gorrill Palmer next month to discuss finalizing a design plan for the Village Partnership Initiative program. The VPI program involves creating plans in...
Northern Light is Moving Out of the Old Miller Drug in Bangor
People who regularly use the Northern Light Pharmacy on State Street in Bangor will eventually see a change in location, but it's just a few doors down. The Location Has Been a Pharmacy Since the Late 1950's When the Millers Opened It. Northern Light took over the building at 210...
Cary Medical Center births, May and June 2024
Wain – A boy, Daxton Roger Wain born to Chelsea and Joshua Wain of Caribou on May 28, 2024. Kelly – A boy, Parker Edward Kelly born to Amanda Thibeault and Ryan Kelly of Allagash on May 28, 2024. Mink – A girl, Sadie May Mink born to...
Two Infants & Three Adults Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash in Maine
Two infants and three adults were injured Friday morning after a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Route One and Montsweag Road in Woolwich. The Sagadahoc County Sheriff's Office said Delores Lake from Woolwich was trying to make a turn onto Route One and “pulled out into the path” of another vehicle driven by Jennifer Therrien from Lisbon.
Voters approve new RSU 22 budget
HAMPDEN, Maine (WABI) - After rejecting the previous $39 million budget proposal last month, voters have approved a new RSU 22 budget plan. Thursday’s vote was close. 329 people voted against the budget with 373 voting to pass it. The RSU 22 School Board says taxpayers in the four...
Annual Islesboro Arts Collective Arts & Crafts Show
(Islesboro, ME) Join members of the Islesboro Arts Collective and Friends for their annual Arts & Crafts Show at the Islesboro Historical Society. The show will feature works from eighteen artists/makers, and hours are Friday, August 2 through Sunday, August 4, from 12:30 to 4:30 pm. In addition, there will be a reception on Saturday, August 3, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
Fetch ME a Home: Meet Bobbie, the 11-month-old rat terrier
BRUNSWICK, Maine — Bobbie is an 11-month-old rat terrier mix, rescued from the south. She's in foster care right now through Passion For Pets Rescue in Greater Brunswick and is one of the sweetest dogs we've had in our studio in a while. She sat patiently on my lap while we talked with Janet Heard, who's with the rescue organization.
No extension for Bridgton Manager Peabody; tax rate dips to $17.05
Bob Peabody is in countdown mode. Following an executive session prior to Tuesday’s meeting, the Bridgton Select Board rejected a proposal to extend Peabody’s contract effective July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Board Chairman Bob McHatton asked if members wished to make any comments before the vote,...
Bath records 2nd rabid fox case in 3 weeks after yearslong lull
BATH, Maine — After several years without a rabies case in Bath, two animals have been found to have the deadly virus within the last few weeks. On Monday, Bath police responded to an area near Route 1 after receiving calls about a fox that was acting strange and weaving in and out of traffic.
A new connectivity hub will address digital accessibility struggles in Stonington
STONINGTON, Maine — Internet access is something many take for granted, but for residents in the town of Stonington like Melissa Jones-Bayley, getting online has been difficult. "We've had some upgrades on the island for internet, but this building has been a tough spot, right now we have our...
Yarmouth streets bustle with joy at the annual clam festival
YARMOUTH (WGME) -- Thousands of people lined the streets in Yarmouth Friday to get a taste of summer at the annual clam festival. “It's a beautiful night, finally, and it's just fun to be here and just enjoying the summertime,” said Cape Elizabeth resident Mike Schmidt. Crowds were jam...
6th Annual Disability Pride Day
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - July is Disability Pride Month and to celebrate an event was hosted earlier today in Augusta. The Sixth Annual Disability Pride Day was held on Friday in Augusta’s Mill Park. The event hosted by Disability Rights Maine had live music, pizza and an opportunity for...
Annual Bath Municipal Band Concert at Fort Popham
The annual Fort Popham Concert featuring the Bath Municipal Band under the direction of Kathy Downing will be on Wednesday, July 31 at 6:30 p.m. This outdoor concert within the walls of the historic fort is a magical experience. It is a perfect opportunity to gather family and friends, bring your own seating and snacks, and share in the joy of music in this.
MDI Girl’s Summer Invitational DAY 1 [PHOTOS]
10 a.m. - Ellsworth vs. MDI. Walter Churchill was at Bernard Parady Gymnasium and took photos of the MDI 2 vs. Sumner, Ellsworth vs. Brunswick and MDI 1 vs. Sumner. Check out the photos. MDI Girl's Basketball Summer Invitational Day 1. Walter Churchill was at Bernard Parady Gymnasium and took...
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